BYU honors its 1976 team before hosting Arizona on Saturday
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Last updated Sep 11, 2026
BYU will honor members of its 1976 football team during Saturday’s game against Arizona in Provo. The 1976 squad, known for pioneering a pass-heavy offense that influenced modern college football, will participate in the pregame Cougar Walk and a pre-kickoff ceremony. This event coincides with the Cougars' Big 12 opener against the Wildcats. BYU holds a history of notable September victories against Arizona, with quarterbacks Gifford Nielsen, Max Hall, Taysom Hill, and Jaren Hall each recording wins over the program across different eras. The upcoming matchup serves as another opportunity for the current team to continue that trend, with sophomore Bear Bachmeier expected to lead the offense for the Cougars.
- •BYU hosts Arizona on Saturday at 1:30 p.m. MDT in a Big 12 matchup.
- •The 1976 BYU team is recognized for early implementation of a pass-heavy offensive system.
- •Team members will participate in the pregame Cougar Walk and a ceremony to Light the Y.
- •Previous BYU quarterbacks have achieved four meaningful September wins against Arizona since 1976.
- 10:30 PMYahoo Sports — BYU will honor 1976 team ‘that changed college football’
"In addition to his achievements with the 1976 team, Gifford Nielsen is also linked to Max Hall, Taysom Hill and Jaren Hall as members of a unique club. Each one quarterbacked their Cougars to a meaningful September victory — at the expense of Arizona
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